1 Real - Philip V (Seville) 1731-1745 front 1 Real - Philip V (Seville) 1731-1745 back
1 Real - Philip V (Seville) 1731-1745 photo
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1 Real - Philip V Seville

 
Silver (.833) 3 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Philip V (1700-1724, 1724-1746)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1731-1745
Value
1 Real
Currency
Real (1497-1833)
Composition
Silver (.833)
Weight
3 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#18505
Rarity index
52%

Reverse

Cross with castles and lions in angles in octolobe.

Script: Latin

Lettering: HISPANIARVM ⁕ REX ⁕ 1738 ⁕

Translation: King of the Spains

Interesting fact

The 1 Real coin from Philip V's reign (1731-1745) was the first coin to feature the iconic "Pillar of Hercules" design on its reverse side, which has since become a symbol of Spanish currency and a popular motif in Spanish art and architecture.